I just signed up for this forum. I enjoy reading about the Civil War and the era surrounding it. My favorite battle/campaign is Gettysburg...which I've managed to visit about 5 years ago. Please be patient with me as I learn the format and how to post to this forum. Thanks for having me here!

Just signed up for this forum. I have been studying the war for over 35 years. But I'm learning something new about it every day. I was a CW re-enactor/living historian for 24 years. Portrayed various troops on both sides. Did impression of JEB Stuart for about a decade. Served in US Navy aviation and am retired from there. A grandfather of 8, which are near and dear to my heart. Thanks.